Poor production of breast milk is the most frequent cause of breast lactation failure. Often,
physician prescribe medications or other substances to solve this problem. The use of …

Galactogogues are medications that aid in initiating and maintaining adequate milk
production. Most exert their pharmacologic effects through interactions with dopamine …

Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, Sixth Edition is the ultimate reference for the latest
clinical techniques and research findings that direct evidence-based clinical practice for …

Background: Therapeutic approaches to addressing insufficient lactation are available but
remain poorly understood. Current trends in maternal health, such as increasing rates of …

Breastfeeding benefits preterm infants from a nutritional, gastrointestinal, immunological,
developmental, and psychological perspective. Despite the benefits, the incidence and …

Inadequate breast milk supply is a frequently reported reason for early discontinuation of
breastfeeding and represents a critical opportunity for intervening to improve breastfeeding …

Breastfeeding Management for the Clinician: Using the Evidence is the perfect tool for busy
clinicians who need a quick, accurate, and current reference. It provides the essentials of …

Objective: To review data regarding the efficacy of galactogogues available in the US to
increase breast milk production in postpartum mothers. Data Sources: Literature was sought …

A central goal of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine is the development of clinical
protocols for managing common medical problems that may impact breastfeeding success …

In most mammals, prolactin (PRL) is essential for maintaining lactation, and the suppression
of PRL inhibits lactation. However, the involvement of PRL in the control of ruminant …